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LAKE AND SUMTER COUNTIES
Behavioral Health
Resource Guide
Mental Health and Substance
Misuse Treatment Professionals
Presented By:
Lake County Substance Misuse and Violence Prevention
Community Coalition.
Winter, 2016-2017
Third Edition
Every known practice in Lake and Sumter counties was
invited to be represented in this book free of charge. Only
the practices that had responded to the invitation, by time of
printing, are included in this publication.
This guide is brought to you by BE FREE LAKE, a community coalition focused on substance
misuse and violence prevention for the youth and families of Lake county. The purpose of
the guide is to connect Lake and Sumter citizens with quality local counseling centers and
practitioners who can offer help during difficult times.
Mental health disorders are real, common and treatable. It is estimated that approximately
1 in 5 American adults (nearly 44 million people) and 13-20% of children living in the
United States will experience a diagnosable mental health disorder in a given year.
The following are signs that your loved one may want to speak to a medical or mental
health professional.
ADULTS
•Confused thinking •Prolonged depression
(sadness or irritability)
•Feelings of extreme
highs and lows
•Excessive fears, worries
and anxieties
•Social withdrawal
•Dramatic changes in
eating or sleeping habits
•Strong feelings of anger
•Delusions or
hallucinations
•Growing inability to cope
with daily problems and
activities
•Suicidal thoughts
•Denial of obvious
problems
•Numerous unexplained
physical ailments
•Substance misuse
ADOLESCENTS & YOUNG ADULTS
•Substance misuse
•Inability to cope with
problems and daily
activities
•Changes in sleeping and/
or eating habits
•Excessive complaints of
physical ailments
•Defiance of authority,
truancy, theft, and/or
vandalism
•Intense fear of weight
gain
•Prolonged negative
mood, often
accompanied by poor
appetite or thoughts of
death
•Frequent outbursts of
anger
YOUNGER CHILDREN
& PRE-ADOLESCENTS
•Changes in school
performance
•Poor grades despite
strong efforts
•Excessive worry or anxiety
(i.e. refusing to go to bed
or school)
•Hyperactivity
•Persistent nightmares
•Persistent disobedience
or aggression
•Frequent temper
tantrums
Source: National Institute of Mental Health, www.mentalhealthamerica.net
Facts about Clinical Depression:
Clinical depression is very treatable, with more than 80% of those who seek treatment
showing improvement. The most commonly used treatments are antidepressant
medication, psychotherapy or a combination of the two. The choice of treatment depends
on the pattern, severity, persistence of depressive symptoms and the history of the illness. As with many illnesses, early treatment is more effective and helps prevent the likelihood
of serious recurrences. Depression must be treated by a physician or qualified mental
health professional.
Depression in Teens
In the United States, 9.1% of 12- to 17-year-olds (an estimated 2.2 million youths) in 2012
had at least one major depressive episode within the year prior to being surveyed. The rate
of major depressive episodes among U.S. youths in 2012 was about three times higher
among females (13.7%) than among males (4.7%).
Depression can be difficult to diagnose in teens because adults may expect teens to act
moody. Also, adolescents do not always understand or express their feelings very well.
When adolescents are depressed, they have a tough time believing that their outlook can
improve. But professional treatment can have a dramatic impact on their lives. It can put
them back on track and bring them hope for the future.
Source: www.mental healthamerica.net
Depression in Women
Contrary to popular belief, clinical depression is not a “normal part of being a woman”
nor is it a “female weakness.” Depressive illnesses are serious medical illnesses that
affect more than 19 million American adults age 18 and over each year. Depression is a
treatable medical illness that can occur in any woman, at any time, and for various reasons
regardless of age, race or income.
Many factors in women may contribute
to depression, such as developmental,
reproductive, hormonal, genetic and other
biological differences (e.g. premenstrual
syndrome,
childbirth,
infertility
and
menopause). Approximately 10%-15% of all
new mothers get postpartum depression, which
most frequently occurs within the first year after
the birth of a child.
Research shows a strong relationship between eating disorders (anorexia and bulimia
nervosa) and depression in women. About 90-95% of cases of anorexia occur in young
females. Reported rates of bulimia nervosa vary from one to three out of 100 people.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health, www.mentalhealthamerica.net
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Depression in Men
Both men and women get depression. But men can experience it differently than women.
Men may be more likely to feel very tired and irritable, and lose interest in their work,
family, or hobbies. They may be more likely to have difficulty sleeping than women who
have depression. And although women with depression are more likely to attempt suicide,
men are more likely to die by suicide.
Many men do not recognize, acknowledge, or seek help for their depression. They may be
reluctant to talk about how they are feeling. But depression is a real and treatable illness.
It can affect any man at any age. With the right treatment, most men with depression can
get better and gain back their interest in work, family, and hobbies.
Depression in Older Adults
While depression is not a normal part of the aging process, there is a strong likelihood of
it occurring when other physical health conditions are present. Unfortunately, symptoms
of depression are often overlooked and untreated when they coincide with other medical
illnesses or life events that commonly occur as people age.
More than 2 million of the 34 million Americans
age 65 and older suffer from some form of
depression. Symptoms of clinical depression
can be triggered by other chronic illnesses
common in later life, such as Alzheimer’s
disease, Parkinson’s disease, heart disease,
cancer and arthritis.
More than 55% of older persons treated for mental health services received care from
primary care physicians. Less than 3% aged 65 and older received treatment from mental
health professionals.
Fortunately, clinical depression is a very treatable illness. More than 80% of all people with
depression can be successfully treated with medication, psychotherapy or a combination
of both.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health, www.mentalhealthamerica.net
Substance Misuse
Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use
There are many signs, both physical and behavioral, that indicate drug use. Each drug has
its own unique manifestations but there are some general indications that a person is
using drugs:
• Sudden change in behavior
• Mood swings; irritable and grumpy and then suddenly happy and bright
• Withdrawal from family members
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• Careless about personal grooming
• Loss of interest in hobbies, sports, and
other favorite activities
• Changed sleeping pattern; up at night and
sleeps during the day
• Red or glassy eyes
• Constant sniffles or runny nose
Signs of Alcohol or Substance Misuse
in Teens
Although the following signs may indicate a problem with alcohol or other drugs, some
also reflect normal growing pains. Experts believe that a drinking problem is more likely
if you notice several of these signs at the same time, if they occur suddenly, or if some of
them are extreme in nature.
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Mood changes: flare-ups of temper, irritability, and defensiveness
School problems: poor attendance, low grades, and/or recent disciplinary action
Rebellion against family rules
Friend changes: switching friends and a reluctance to let you get to know the new
friends
• A “nothing matters” attitude: sloppy appearance, a lack of involvement in former
interests, and general low energy
• Alcohol presence: finding it in your child’s room or backpack or smelling alcohol on
his or her breath
• Physical or mental problems: memory lapses, poor concentration, bloodshot eyes,
lack of coordination, or slurred speech
You Called a Mental Health Professional...Now What?
Spend a few minutes talking with him or her on the phone; ask about their approach
to working with patients, their philosophy, whether or not they have a specialty or
concentration. If you feel comfortable talking to the counselor or doctor, the next step is to
make an appointment.
On your first visit, the therapist or doctor will want to get to know you and why you called
him or her. The therapist will want to know—what you think the problem is; about your life;
what you do; where you live and with whom you live. It is also common to be asked about
your family and friends. This information helps the professional to assess your situation
and develop a plan for treatment.
As you progress through the therapeutic process, you should begin to feel gradual relief
from your distress, develop self-assurance and have a greater ability to make decisions and
increased comfort in your relationship with others. Mental health treatment should help
you cope with your feelings more effectively.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health, www.mentalhealthamerica.net
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2-STRIVE, LLC
Dr. Barry E. Daly, EdD, LMHC, BCBA-D, CAP
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 321-436-8445
Languages: English
800 South Eustis Street, Suite G
Eustis, FL 32726
www.2-strive.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: Individual, Group & Family Therapies, Behavioral Analysis Services, Couples
Therapy, Anger Management Group, Substance Misuse Groups, Parenting Classes, Mentoring
ADVANCED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER
Jeanine D'Onofrio, MA, PhD (aba)
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-742-8300
Languages: English
1330 East Burleigh Boulevard
Tavares, FL 32778
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Psychotherapy For Individuals, Couples & Family
AGAPE COURT & COUNSELING SERVICES
Danielle Archer, EdD, LMC
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-638-6437
Languages: English
P.O. Box 2186
Minneola, FL 34755
www.agapesvcs.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Co-parenting/Parenting, Reunification, Divorce, Military/First Responders, Crisis
Counseling, PTSD, Trauma, Abuse, Bereavement, Anger Management, Alcohol & Drug
Awareness, Men’s Batterer Intervention, Women’s Trauma Recovery & Empowerment,
Women’s Domestic Violence Education
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ART THERAPY SERVICES
Jasmine Parker, MA, ATR
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 321-837-9784
Languages: English
Eustis, FL 32726
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Services: Individual, Couples, Family & Group Art Therapy, Individual Mental Health
Counseling, Leadership Training, Communication & Teambuilding, Adolescent & Adults Art
Therapy Workshops
Kimberly Capstraw, LMFT, MS
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
245 South Highland Street, Suite 2
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 407-227-9245
Languages: English
www.counselingmountdora.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Marriage/Relationship Counseling, Adolescent Counseling, Child Counseling
(Age 5 & Up), Individual Counseling
CENTRAL FLORIDA COUNSELING
& PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, INC
Scott Berg, LCSW
Suzanne Howard, LCSW
Karen Judd, PhD, LCSW
Chrissann Reid, LCSW
Carmen A. Reyes, LCSW
Helen E. Schuster, LCSW
1514 West Main Street
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.counseling-health.com SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-365-6506
Languages:
English & Spanish
270 Campbell Avenue
The Villages, FL 32162
Central Florida Counseling & Psychological Services continued on pg 6
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Central Florida Counseling & Psychological Services continued from pg 5
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Scott Berg Services:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Alcohol/Chemical Dependency, Anger Management/
Impulse Disorders, Anxiety/Panic/Phobia Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD), Dissociative Identity Disorders, Adolescent Psychosocial Issues, Gay/
Lesbian/Bisexual/Gender Dysphoria, Grief/Bereavement, Marital/Separation/Divorce,
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Physical/Sexual/Verbal/Emotional Abuse, Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depressive Disorders
Suzanne Howard Services:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Karen Judd Services:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Chrisann Reid Services:
Psychotherapy To Individuals, Couples, Families & Children To Address A Wide Range
Of Emotional And/Or Behavioral Issues Including Depression, Anxiety, Loss, Grief & Life
Transitions
Carmen A. Reyes Services:
Individual, Couples & Family Therapy, Substance Misuse Disorders & Recovery, Women's
Trauma & Self-Esteem Groups, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Life Challenges
Helen E. Schuster Services:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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CENTRAL FLORIDA PSYCHOLOGY
(aka Central Florida Psychological Consultants)
1114 West Dixie Avenue
Leesburg, FL 34748
609 West Montrose Street
Clermont, FL 34711
1050 Old Camp Road
The Villages, FL 32162
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-365-2243
Languages: English
www.centralfloridapsychology.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Counseling
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
1601 West Gulf Atlantic Hwy
Wildwood, FL 34785
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-748-9999
Languages:
English & Spanish
www.chsfl.org
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Services: Assessment & Evaluation For Individual Child & Family Therapy, Medication
Evaluation & Management, Targeted Case Management, Intensive In-House/School Services
CLINICAL PSYCHOTHERAPY & COACHING
SERVICES, LLC
Barbara Westrich, LCSW
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-325-4913
Languages: English
607 Hwy 466
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Obesity, Anxiety, Co-dependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief, Pre-marital &
Marital Counseling, Trauma/PTSD, Men's Issues, Relationship Issues
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COLONY COUNSELING & ENRICHMENT CENTER SUBSTANCE MISUSE
(LifeStream Behavioral Center)
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Dr. David Dada, MD, Psychiastrist
Dr. Richard Hoffer, MD, Psychiastrist
Ages Served:
Adults
Dr. Thomas Valente, MD, Psychiastrist
Phone: 352-259-5762
Languages:
English & Spanish
340 Heald Way, Suite 208
The Villages, FL 32163
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Dr. David Dada Services: Anxiety, Phobia, Schizophreniform & Schizoaffective Disorder,
ADD, Autism, Bipolar Disorder
Dr. Richard Hoffer Services: Alcohol Dependence, Bipolar Disorder, Drug Dependence,
Gender Dysphoria, Depression, Psychiatric Diseases, Psychosis Due To Mental Illness,
Schizophreniform & Schizoaffective Disorder
Dr. Thomas Valente Services: Drug & Alcohol Dependence, Mental Disorders, Anxiety,
Amphetamine & Other Psychostimulant Dependence, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Conversion
Disorder, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder, Phobia,
Independent Opioid & Cocaine Abuse
Warning Signs of a Problem
Will you start the
conversation today?
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• Extreme Jealousy or insecurity
• Constant belittling or putdowns
• Explosive temper
• Isolation from family and
friends
• Making false accusations
• Erratic mood swings
• Physically inflicting pain or
hurt in any way
• Possessiveness
• Telling someone what to do
COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL
& ASSESSMENT SERVICES
Dr. Maxine Ruddock, PhD
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-508-5399
800-361-1153
Languages: English
322 North Barrow Avenue
Tavares, FL 32778
www.cpascounseling.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Individual, Couples & Family Counseling, Christian Counseling, Grief &
Loss, Parenting & Family Issues, Marital & Relationship Issues, Addiction & Recovery,
Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessments, Targeted Case Management,
Psychological Evaluations, Stress Management, Crisis Counseling, Life Skills Coaching,
Domestic Violence Victims, Women's Empowerment Group
CORNERSTONE HOSPICE
& PALLIATIVE CARE
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-343-1341
Languages: English
2445 Lane Park Road
Tavares, FL 32778
www.cshospice.org
Payment Options:
Free Services Provided
Services: Bereavement services provide a variety of programs available to anyone
experiencing grief, even if no relative or friend was in the hospice program. Provides
counselors specially trained in grief counseling. Support groups are available and provide
a gentle and healing way to share grief with others who also have lost loved ones. All
support groups are facilitated by a bereavement counselor.
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COUNSELING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Dr. Patrick J. Ward, PhD
101 East Maud Street
Tavares, FL 32778
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-253-9348
Languages: English
www.counselinganddevelopment.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Counseling & Substance Misuse
COUNSELING FOR YOUR SUCCESS
Sandra Moenssens, MS, LMHC, LMFT
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 321-230-0740
Languages: English
17307 Pagonia Road
Clermont, FL 34711
www.counselingforyoursuccess.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Behavioral Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, OCD, Emotional
Disturbances, Bipolar
CREATIVE THERAPY ASSOCIATES, LLC
Christine Harris MSW, LCSW
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 407-399-8855
Languages: English
200 East Highland Avenue, Suite 3
Clermont, FL 34711
www.creativetherapyflorida.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: EMDR, Co-parenting Counseling, Parent Education For Children, Adolescents &
Teens, Pre-marital Counseling
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Brandon M. Crotty, LMHC, CAP, PA
3115 Citrus Tower Boulevard, Suite C
Clermont, FL 34711
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 321-231-0329
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: Drug/Alcohol Evaluation & Treatment, Mental Health Evaluation, Marital & Family
Counseling, Parenting Coordination, On-site Drug Testing, Child Adjustment & Attachment
Disorder, Anger Management Counsel
DEAS CONSULTING
Dr. Isaac B. Deas, II, MEd, EdD, LMHC
385 Alfred Street
Tavares, FL 32778
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-406-1264
Languages: English
www.deasconsulting.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: Mental Health Christian Counseling, Anger/Conflict Resolution, Substance
Misuse, Marital/Pre-marital Counseling, Mental Health Issues (Anxiety, Stress, Depression),
Family/Individual Counseling, Motivational Speaking, Group Facilitator, Workshop
Facilitator (Various Topics), Domestic Violence
GFC FAMILY AND CRISIS COUNSELING
Rev. Kevin M. Drinka, BMin, LPC, CSAC
Dr. Max High, DTh, LCMFT
Dr. Joseph Wm. Nussbaumer, Jr, PhD
Dr. D. Greg Nute, PhD, LCCP, LMHC, RPT/S
Dr. Michael J. Trainor, MA, LMHC, CAP
Dr. Norma S. Shearin, PhD, LMHC
611 South Main Avenue
Groveland, FL 34736
www.gfccounseling.com SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-429-5600
Languages:
English/Spanish
319 West Seminole Avenue (Satellite Office)
Bushnell, FL 33153
GFC Family And Crisis Counseling continued on pg 12
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Central Florida Counseling & Psychological Services continued from pg 11
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Overall Services:
Addictive & Compulsive Behavior Counseling, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression &
Stress Management Counseling, Batters Intervention, Child Custody Evaluation, Drug &
Alcohol Misuse Counseling, Suicide Prevention Counseling, Parenting Skills Classes, PTSD,
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety, Personal & Spiritual Counseling
Dr. Joseph Wm. Nussbaumer Services:
DUI/Substance Misuse Counseling, Sex Offender Therapy, Personal Counseling, Batters
Intervention Program, Mental Health Evaluations, Parenting Skills Classes, Shoplifting
Program, Marriage & Family Counseling
Bushnell (Satellite Office) Services:
Substance Misuse Treatment, Anger Management, Batterer's Intervention Program, PTSD,
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety, Mental Health Evaluation, Parenting Classes, Shoplifting
Course
FAMILY LIFE COUNSELING CENTER
Sandi Burchfield, MS, IMT-1129
13806 CR 33
Groveland, FL 34736
Payment Options:
Self Pay
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-536-4158
Languages: English
Services: Teens & Children (Including Infant Mental Health), Anxiety (Including PTSD),
Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Trauma, Co-parenting, Divorce, Depression,
Domestic Violence, Gender & Identity, Grief/Loss, HIV/AIDS Support, Infertility, Marriage &
Pre-marital, Mood Disorders, Sexual Addictions, Spirituality
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Dr. J.P. Gold, PhD
16770 South US Hwy 441, Suite 609 (Bailey Plaza)
Summerfield, FL 34491
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-561-8977
Languages: English
Services: Calming Techniques, Hypnosis, Pain Management, Memory Skill Building,
Anxiety, Depression, Life Counseling
HARMONY UNITED PSYCHIATRIC CARE
Dr. Adil A. Mohammed, MD
104 East Dixie Avenue
Leesburg, FL 34748
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens
Phone: 352-431-3940
Languages: English
www.harmonyunitedhc.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Substance Misuse, Anxiety Disorder, ADHD,
Memory Problems, Suicidal Thoughts & Tendencies, Emotional Problems
HBA CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Michelle Asencio, MS, LMHC
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-459-2909
Languages:
English & Spanish
244 East Highland Avenue
Clermont, FL 34711
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Individual Counseling (Adolescents & Adults),
Couples, Pre-marital, Marriages Who Present Symptoms Of A Variety Of Mental Health
Disorders/Issues Including Depression, Anxiety, Conflict, Self-Esteem & LGBT Issues Among
Others
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LAKE CENTER OF HOPE
Dr. Nick Ungston, MD, Psychiatrist
737 CR 466 (Summit Medical Park)
Lady Lake, FL 32159
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-787-0081
Languages: English
33057 Professional Drive, Suite 102
Leesburg, FL 34788
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Non-Dependent Drug & Alcohol Misuse, Phobia,
Psychiatric Diseases
LAKE PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL CENTER
Dr. Grace Pena, PsyD, LMHC
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 407-209-7492
Languages:
English & Spanish
600 North Hwy 27, Suite 1
Minneola, FL 34715
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: Psychotherapy & Family Counseling To Children, Teens & Adults For Emotional
Development & Behavioral Related Issues
LIFE AND HOPE COUNSELING CENTER
4400 North Hwy 19A, Suite 5
Mount Dora, FL 32757
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-357-1955
Languages:
English & Spanish
www.lifeandhopecounseling.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Bullying, Conduct Disorder Of
Childhood, Depression, Disabilities, Divorce Recovery, Family Conflict, Grief Counseling,
Marital & Relationship Counseling, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parenting, Porn
Addiction, PTSD & Trauma
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LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
ADULT CHOICE
2018 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
INPATIENT/
RESIDENTAL
MENTAL HEALTH
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-315-7470
Languages: English
Services: 16 bed substance abuse residential level 2 facility for adults with substance
misuse and/or co-occurring mental health disorders. In addition to clinical services,
emphasis is placed on services that address the client's vocational needs, social functioning,
and need for stable housing upon discharge. Other services provided include educational
groups, occupational and recreational activities.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
CHILDREN'S CLINICAL ON-SITE SERVICES
2020 Tally Road
1217 Hufstetler Street
Leesburg, FL 34748
Eustis, FL 32726
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
School Aged Children
Leesburg Ph: 352-315-7816
Eustis Ph: 352-483-1652
Languages: English
Services: Counseling services are provided for children in the school or at home for those
who are referred for intensive therapy.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
COMMUNITY ACTION TEAM (CAT)
2018 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
PROGRAMS
Ages Served:
11-21
Phone: 352-636-1045
Languages: English
Services: An integrated service delivery approach that utilizes a team of professionals to
comprehensively address the needs of young people and their family. Designed as an
alternative to out-of-home placement for youth with serious behavioral health issues.
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LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
OUTPATIENT CENTER
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
4 & Up
Phone: 352-315-7900
Languages: English
215 North 3rd Street
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Individual and group counseling. Also provides medication management by a
psychiatrist if needed.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
CROSSROADS II ADULT
2018 Tally Road
201 Magnolia Avenue
Leesburg, FL 34748
Eustis, FL 32726
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Leesburg Ph: 352-315-7400
Eustis Ph: 352-357-1550
Languages: English
Services: Individual, family and group counseling and educational services. Treatment goals, objectives
and services are aimed at eliminating alcohol or other drug use and improving functioning areas.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
EUSTIS OUTPATIENT CENTER
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
4 & Up
201 Magnolia Avenue
Eustis, FL 32726
Phone: 352-357-1550
www.lsbc.net
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Individual and group counseling. Also provides medication management by a
psychiatrist if needed.
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LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
FAMILY INTERVENTION RESOURCE
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2018 Tally Road
Ages Served:
Leesburg, FL 34748
Parents of Children
www.lsbc.net
Ages 3-10
Payment Options:
Phone: 352-315-7413
Self Pay
Medicaid
Languages: English
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: In-home substance misuse treatment program targeting: alcohol and drug abuse,
behavior programs, mood disorders, family dysfunction, unemployment or underemployment,
inadequate communication skills, anger management and poor school performance.
Ages Served:
2018 Tally Road
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Leesburg, FL 34748
Phone: 352-315-7402
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Languages: English
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Provides support and linkage to services for families when substance misuse or
mental health problems threaten the stability of the home. The FIRST program provides
case management and referral for treatment, housing benefits and Temporary Assistance
for Needy Families (TANF).
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
GERIATRIC RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT SERVICES
2018 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
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RESIDENTAL
MENTAL HEALTH
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-315-7460
Languages: English
Services: 12-bed residential facility serving primarily seniors who are severely and
persistently mentally ill. Programs offer rehabilitative services, wellness and recovery
planning and activities in a supportive environment.
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INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM ADULT
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
PROGRAMS
2018 Tally Road
Ages Served:
Leesburg, FL 34748
Adults
www.lsbc.net
Phone: 352-315-7401
Payment Options:
Languages: English
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Provides level of care between inpatient and traditional outpatient treatment.
Those served receive a recovery based, rehab treatment program found in a 28 day
program, except the participants live at home and continue management of their life
without the interruption of living inpatient.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
OUR TURNING POINT RANCH
P.O. Box 491000
Leesburg, FL 34749
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
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RESIDENTAL
MENTAL HEALTH
Ages Served:
Teens
Phone: 352-315-7800
Languages: English
Services: A therapeutic group home for girls who exhibit emotional and behavioral
challenges that can be served in a group home treatment setting. The goal is successful
re-integration into the community.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
PHOENIX HOUSE SOUTH
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MENTAL HEALTH
P.O. Box 491000
Leesburg, FL 34749
Ages Served:
www.lsbc.net
Adults
Payment Options:
Phone: 352-315-7800
Self Pay
Medicaid
Languages: English
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
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their level of functioning by providing training and skills in the areas of residential and
independent living.
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PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
INPATIENT/
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MENTAL HEALTH
2020 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
Ages Served:
www.lsbc.net
Children, Teens, Adults
Payment Options:
Phone: 352-315-7800
Self Pay
Languages: English
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Provides children and adult crisis stabilization units, adult detoxification unit,
adult psychiatric care and geriatric unit.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
SOUTH LAKE OUTPATIENT CENTER
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
2140 North Wickham Drive
4 & Up
Clermont, FL 34711
Phone: 352-394-5922
www.lsbc.net
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Individual and group counseling. Also provides medication management by a
psychiatrist if needed.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
STRONG UNITED RESILIENT FAMILES (SURF)
PREVENTION PROJECT
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
PROGRAMS
Ages Served:
2018 Tally Road
Children, Teens
Leesburg, FL 34748
Phone: 352-315-7821
www.lsbc.net
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
Services: Prevention program for parents and children in high risk families offers parenting
skills, children's life skills, and family skills training courses taught together in fourteen 2
hour group sessions.
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LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
SUMTER OUTPATIENT CENTER
119 North Market Street
Bushnell, FL 33513
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
4 & Up
Phone: 352-793-4126
Languages: English
Services: Individual and group counseling. Also provides medication management by a
psychiatrist if needed.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
TURNABOUT
2018 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
PROGRAMS
Ages Served:
Varied
Phone: 352-315-7400
Languages: English
Services: Individual treatment allows teenagers to explore psychological factors that may
be contributing to drinking and drug use. Family therapy is also recommended to help
families break down common defenses to facilitate discussion and share solutions.
LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER:
YOUTH AND FAMILY RECOVERY PROGRAM
2018 Tally Road
Leesburg, FL 34748
www.lsbc.net
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance - Call for Information
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
PROGRAMS
Ages Served:
Children, Teens
Phone: 352-315-3923
Languages: English
Services: Provides services to youth who are misusing substances who would be
appropriate for outpatient care. Treatment involves individual sessions and family/
caregiver sessions. Program goal is to connect youth with positive activities and reinforce
healthy interests and peer groups.
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LUTHERAN COUNSELING SERVICES
1050 Boyd Drive
Mount Dora, FL 32757
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 407-644-4692
Languages: English
www.lcsfl.org
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Anxiety, Anger Management, Grief & Loss, Marital & Relationship Issues,
Depression, Child & Family Issues, Crisis/Trauma Recovery, Personal Growth, Spiritual/
Pastoral Care Issues, Group Therapy Sessions
MID FLORIDA COMMUNITY COUNSELING
AT CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY
Nancy Avalone, LMHC
1300 South Duncan Drive
Tavares, FL 32778
www.chsfl.org
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-742-6185
Languages:
English & Spanish
Services: Assessments, Individual & Family Counseling, In-home/In-school Services
Offered As Well As In-office
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MILESTONE COUNSELING
Susan Mulvaney, MS
Geron Rogers, Mdiv, MS, LMHC
Valerie Rogers, MS, LMHC
Cynthia Wanberg, LMHC
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-348-8858
Languages: English
200 East Washington Street
Minneola, FL 34715
www.milestone-counseling.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: Children & Family, Transition & Crisis, Testing & Assessment, Parenting &
Individual Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Christian Counseling
Susan Petrie, MS, LMHC
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
10760 SE 95th Terrace
Belleview, FL 34420
Ages Served:
Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-587-5543
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Mood
Disorders, Trauma/PTSD
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PITTMAN COUNSELING SERVICES
Josh Pittman, LMHC, CTT, CSAT
3854 East County Road 466
Oxford, FL 34484
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-275-5968
Languages: English
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Co-occurring Addictions, PTSD, Emotional & Behavioral Issues, Relationship
Problems, Anxiety Depression
REFLECTIONS OF RECOVERY
Pamela Hand, LCSW, CAP
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
4400 Hwy 19A, Suite 6
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-308-8281
Languages: English
www.reflectionsofrecovery.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Offers a full spectrum of substance abuse and mental health integrative wellness
service. Small caseloads promote therapeutic connections, with the use of individual
therapy, primary group therapy, motivational groups, process groups, psycho social
education groups, mindfulness and meditation, one-on-one therapy, psychiatric followup and medication management. Provides a partial hospitalization program, intensive
outpatient program.
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S.A.D.L.E.S
Cher Myers, LCSW, MSW
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-669-1012
Languages: English
41025 Thomas Boat Landing
Umatilla, FL 32784
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Provides individual, family, or group therapy for children (as young as 3 years old)
and adults. Programs offer experiential education, outreach, mentoring and team building
for children and teens, with a focus on empathy, patience, communication, confidence
and self-control. An adventure based counseling center which uses horses in its programs
due to their unique ability to provide immediate feedback and insight on your condition
(both physically and mentally). Programs include divorce intervention for children, family
mediation, parenting coordination, guardian ad litem, anger and stress management,
summer camps, corporate team building, women's empowerment and veteran's therapy.
SOUTHEAST INTEGRATED MEDICAL
Dr. Joyce Smolarski, MD, Psychiatrist
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-753-6887
Languages: English
929 North US Hwy 441, Suite 104
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Panic Disorder, Personality Disorder, PTSD,
Psychiatric Diseases, Situational Depression
Karen D. Stange, MA, LMHC, LMFT, NCC
Magnolia Place - 100 South 11th Street, Suite 100
Leesburg, FL 34748
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Individuals & Couples
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SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Teens, Adults
Phone: 407-694-0501
Languages: English
SUMMIT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Ashlea Johnson, LCSW
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-638-6639
Languages: English
214 E
Clermont, FL 34711
www.summitmentalhealthservices.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Private Insurance
Services: Individual, Family & Marriage Counseling
THE ART OF HEALING
Jenny Clarke, MA, RYT
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 407-504-8197
Languages: English
230 Mohawk Road
Clermont, FL 34715
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Life Coaching, Yoga, Expressive Arts Therapy, Women's Group Workshops
TRINITY ESCAPE COUNSELING
& COACHING SERVICES
Marla Castrilli, MS
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-404-8921
Languages: English
240 Mohawk Road
Clermont, FL 34715
www.trinityescape.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Addictions, Depression, Anger Management, Loss & Grief, Parenting, Family
Conflict, Marriage & Couples, Self-Esteem, Bullying
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
OUTPATIENT CLINIC
Dr. Mark Poff, DO, Psychiatrist
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-674-5000
Languages:
English/Spanish
8900 SE 165th Mulberry Lane
The Villages, FL 32162
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicaid
Private Insurance
Services: ADD, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Insomnia, Schizophrenia, Anxiety,
Schizoaffective Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Trauma
VAI'DATHA
Dr. Jenenne R. Valentino-Bottaro
Lady Lake, FL 32159
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults,
Elderly
Phone: 352-636-5466
Languages: English
www.vaidathahealingpaths.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Programs include drum facilitation, dance
programs, equine mindfulness programs and selfawareness retreats which are designed to meet the needs of various populations that
include Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, dementia, movement limitations, substance
abuse and child/family relationship building. Drum and dance programs are provided at
schools, mental health facilities, offices and health practitioner settings.
VILLAGES COUNSELING CENTER
Debra Brown, LCSW
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
416 Teaque Trail
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-458-4578
Languages: English
www.villagescounselingcenter.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: LGBTQ, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Grief, Substance Misuse
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VILLAGES COUNSELING CENTER
Patricia Goodrich, LCSW
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
416 Teaque Trail
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-350-5552
Languages: English
www.villagescounselingcenter.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Marriage Counseling, Trauma, Hypnosis, EMDR
VILLAGES COUNSELING CENTER
Grace Ireland, LCSW
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
416 Teaque Trail
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-350-5552
Languages: English
www.villagescounselingcenter.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Anger Management, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief,
Life Coaching, Pre-marital & Marital, Peer Relationships, Insomnia, Self-esteem, Women's Issues
VILLAGES COUNSELING CENTER
Dawn Kokernak, LCSW
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Children, Teens, Adults
Phone: 352-350-5552
Languages: English
416 Teaque Trail
Lady Lake, FL 32159
www.villagescounselingcenter.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Anxiety, Grief, Retirement Issues, Trauma & Life Transitions, ADD, Grief &
Bereavement, Spiritual Counseling, Mind Body Therapy
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VILLAGES COUNSELING CENTER
Dr. Brad Palermo, PsyD
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
416 Teaque Trail
Lady Lake, FL 32159
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-350-5552
Languages: English
www.villagescounselingcenter.com
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Grief, Family Conflict,
Life Coaching, Marital & Pre-marital, OCD, Co-dependency, Coping Skills, Self-esteem,
Alzheimer's, Bipolar Depression, Drug & Alcohol Abuse, Trauma/PTSD
VILLAGES MIND AND BODY INSTITUTE
Dr. "Doc" Brady, PsyD, DCH, EdD
324 South Hwy 441
Lady Lake, FL 32159
SUBSTANCE MISUSE
& MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-405-6733
Languages: English
www.vmbi.org
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Services: Depression & Anxiety, Grief Counseling, Work & Career Issues, Stress
Management, Addictions & Recovery Management, Sleep Issues, Anger, Trauma/PSTD,
Domestic Misuse
WELL BEING CENTER
Rachel Williams, LCSW
MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELING
Ages Served:
Adults
Phone: 352-223-8148
Languages: English
1175 Lucerne Drive
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Payment Options:
Self Pay
Medicare
Private Insurance
Services: Treatment For Depression & Anxiety, Life Transition
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Contact:
Dr. Jenenne Valentino-Bottaro, Director of
Contact:
Prevention
Dr. Jenenne
Valentino-Bottaro,
Director of
Phone
Number:
352-636-5466
Prevention
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 352-636-5466
Email: Barlow,
[email protected]
Idalia
Prevention Specialist
Phone Number: 765-499-8444
Idalia Barlow,
Prevention Specialist
Email:
[email protected]
Phone Number: 765-499-8444
Email: [email protected]
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We invite you to explore our website at www.befreelake.org
To be included in the 2017 Behavioral Resource Guide,
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Be Free Lake is a 501c3, tax exempt organization.
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